The pick-up comes just ahead of the 100th episode, which airs this coming Sunday as the mid-season debut. It's considered an early renewal, and a sign of faith in the series.

The show has averaged a 1.57 rating in the 18-49 demographic category, giving it the lead over any non-Shonda Rhimes run dramas on the network.

Once Upon a Time takes characters from all over fantasy history, naturally focusing primarily on those that Disney has made use of in feature films. That means characters like Snow White can interact directly with Mulan, Merida, and many more.

ABC also gave early pick-ups to Fresh Off the Boat and Quantico for the 2016-2017 season.

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Hunh, I thought this would be the last season. Would be cool if ABC incorporates fairy tale characters from other cultures like India or Persia(Sinbad) for example. Don't know what new characters are left they could use at this point. Still, the show keeps entertaining.